Occupational Therapist, Occupational Health
Jamestown, North Dakota
Jamestown Regional Medical Center

Occupational Therapist (OT)

Location: Jamestown, North Dakota
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Shift: Days
Hours: 8 hours/day, 40 hours/week

Job Summary

• Assess, plan, organize, develop, and implement occupational therapy programs for patients of all ages (pediatrics to geriatrics) to facilitate rehabilitation of mentally or physically handicapped individuals.
• Direct patient participation in tasks to restore, reinforce, and enhance performance, promoting adaptation, productivity, and health maintenance.
• Evaluate physical, psychological, cognitive, and social needs, including Swingbed patients.
• Collaborate with rehabilitation team members to select appropriate therapy programs tailored to patient needs and capabilities.
• Teach skills and techniques for independence in self-care activities and evaluate patient progress.
• Adapt therapy programs as needed based on individual patient requirements.
• Perform work site and hospital ergonomic assessments with written recommendations.
• Design, fabricate, and fit adaptive devices such as splints and braces.
• Provide therapy services for Home Health and contracted facilities or groups.
• Supervise Rehab Aides, Students, Rehab Secretary/Aide, and COTA as needed.
• Maintain confidentiality and uphold high standards of patient and employee welfare.

Required Qualifications

• M.S. or B.S. Degree in Occupational Therapy.
• Current licensure eligibility in North Dakota and registration with NBCOT.
• BLS (Basic Life Support) Certification.
• CPR certification to be completed every other year.
• At least 1 year of work experience as an occupational therapist is desirable but not required.
• Strong analytical ability for ongoing patient assessment and treatment plan adjustments.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to maintain positive relationships with patients, families, and healthcare team members.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Additional Information

• Non-billable orientation: 8 hours (orientation hours are not guaranteed billable hours).
• Usual days off: Saturday and Sunday.
• Must be in good general health.
• Must be able to speak and write English clearly.